This course presents an exploration of the contemporary view of the cell and an introduction to the molecules and mechanisms of genetics and gene function. The course will have two major themes. First, we will focus on the central dogma of molecular biology, describing the process of information transfer from genetic code in DNA through protein synthesis and function. Topics include DNA replication and repair, chromosome dynamics, RNA transcription, protein translation, gene regulation, and genomics. Second, we will focus on cell theory and the underlying molecular mechanisms of cellular activity, including cell signaling, energetics, cell motility, and cell cycling. Lectures will stress the experimental basis of conclusions presented and highlight important details and major themes. The course will also emphasize problem solving approaches in cell and molecular biology.

Credit: 1

Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM MB&B

Course Format: Lecture

Grading Mode: Graded

Level: UGRD

Prerequisites: None

Fulfills a Major Requirement for: (BIOL)(CHEM)(E&ES)(MB&B)(NS&B)(SISP)